Space for Life

Just days after her white wedding, Anne Smith ’s world came crashing down, turning into a long, dark, desert period. Soon after her marriage to a Special Forces officer, Anne, a woman who helped facilitate reintegration talks in Afghanistan, who is trained and wired to lean into conflict with the hope of reconciliation, found herself on the battleground of a lifetime. Her husband started to displa...

This episode of "Space for Life" features a conversation with Larry O'Nan , an expert in stewardship and cultivating a generous life. He shares his journey from a performance-oriented upbringing to becoming a key figure in fundraising and stewardship for Christian ministries.  The discussion delves into the deeper aspects of giving, focusing on the concept of lifestyle stewardship, which incl...

Faith becomes tangible when theology meets real-life challenges. In this episode of Space for Life, Tommy Thompson dives into a heartfelt conversation with Denise Pass , a speaker, author, and Bible teacher with a Ph. D. in Bible Exposition. Together, they explore how immersing in theology helps in navigating life’s toughest seasons, overcoming shame, and finding redemption through faith. Denise a...

Money plays a significant role in shaping our lives, but are you making it work for you or simply working for money? Host Tommy Thompson welcomes Canon Hickman , a seasoned financial expert, to discuss practical strategies for managing money with purpose. From investing in yourself to automating savings and overcoming lifestyle creep, this conversation offers actionable insights for transforming y...

In this episode of Space for Life, Tommy discusses the common struggle of living a purposeful, meaningful life while also creating space for rest and joy. He shares insights from a talk he gave at the New Canaan Society in Richmond, Virginia, addressing this tension. He narrates his own life journey, from being overloaded while running multiple businesses and church commitments to hitting rock bot...

Tommy and Patricia unpack a simple way to set the stage for your best year ever in only 3o minutes! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

We can truly experience the joy and peace of Christmas by embracing the lessons taught by Jesus Christ from the manger. In this episode, Pete Bowell , author of Hope for a Season , joins Tommy Thompson to discuss the true meaning of Christmas and delve into the powerful concept of "manger ways". Pete shares personal anecdotes about his family's Christmas traditions and the impact of his granddaugh...

Aging well is a journey that requires intentional choices and a focus on what truly matters. Join Tommy Thompson in this insightful episode featuring Mary Boza Crimmins , author of Taking the Holy Spirit to Work and founder of the Ourselves, Our Posterity newsletter and community. Mary shares her transformative journey from teaching to writing, offering powerful insights on how to age with purpose...

Stepping into the world of writing can be an exciting yet daunting endeavor, and in this episode, Terry Whalin joins Tommy Thompson to share his inspiring journey as a writer. From his early days as a high school journalist to his successful career as an author and trusted publishing insider, Terry discusses the challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons he's learned along the way. He emphasizes...

Special Episode!!! At the eighth anniversary of my daughter Perrin's death, I offer a tribute and beautiful story that her husband, Joe Hall, shared at her memorial service. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

Tommy and Catherine share an episode together as Catherine interviews Tommy on the place listening has in his Life Mission, and the various ways he practices the critical discipline of listening. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

In today's fast-paced digital world, it has become crucial to talk about healthy tech—where technology enhances your life, rather than controls it. In this episode, Tommy Thompson and Steve Perkins delve into practical ways to have a healthy relationship with all of the different forms of technology that are a part of our lives. Realizing that social media, YouTube, texting, email are a fact of mo...

What does it mean to be authentic in your faith and at work? Tune in as Tommy Thompson chats with Jordan Maroon , Executive Director of Needle’s Eye Ministries , to discuss how to navigate faith in the workplace. Jordan explains how to find meaning and purpose in your daily grind by embracing authenticity, vulnerability, and compassion. He talks about approaching the intersection of your faith lif...

Hope is the anchor that keeps us steady through life's storms. In this heartwarming episode, Pete Bowell joins Tommy Thompson to celebrate the launch of his new book, Hope for a Season . With Pete’s usual humor and quirkiness, they dive into the relevance of his message today, exploring how hope, faith, and community can guide us through challenging times. Pete also reads a few powerful excerpts f...

Emotional stability is the key to taming the emotional stallion within us. Join our captivating podcast episode, where we embark on a profound exploration of emotions and their impact on our daily lives. Tommy Thompson is thrilled to welcome Lisa Ould, Executive Director of Barnabas Center , as she shares her wisdom and insights on emotional stability. Discover how to harness the power of our emot...

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' Tommy engages in a profound conversation with Chris Rhoden , a blogger and ongoing brain cancer patient, about life's deepest struggles and revelations, as well as grace in the face of adversity. Chris reflects on his life journey, from being a naval officer to confronting his daughter's battle with stage four cancer and his own glioblastoma diagnosis. The disc...

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' Tommy Thompson celebrates the four-year anniversary of his book Space to Breathe Again , reflecting on its core concepts and their impacts since its release. Joined by his friend and fellow-coach Steve Perkins , they discuss the book's journey, its launch during the challenging COVID-19 period, and the lessons learned since. Tommy shares his personal experience...

In this episode of Space for Life, Tommy Thompson and long-time friend Tuck Knupp discuss the concept of aging well, highlighting its relevance at any age. The conversation delves into Tuck's life journey, which spans decades of ministry work, including his involvement with Young Life and pastoral roles. Tuck shares insights on maintaining health, nurturing relationships, and the importance of spi...

Tommy Thompson welcomes AC Arendale, the youngest guest ever on the podcast, to share her incredible testimony of joy in service. A rising sophomore at Baylor University, she discusses her unique approach to life characterized by her commitment to service, particularly in special needs ministry and international missions. AC shares her journey from volunteering at her church's sensory room designe...

In this episode of Space for Life, Tommy Thompson welcomes Aaron and Vangie Hendrickson, co-directors of RVA Hope Center in Richmond, Virginia. They share their transformative journey, from leading mission trips in various cities to founding the RVA Hope Center. This ministry focuses on serving at-risk communities by providing after-school programs, community events, and extending outreach initiat...

Tommy sits down with Kathy & Tucker Wrenn, mother & son, to share the raw story of Tuckers' addiction, hitting bottom, and path to 5 ½ years clean. Both Tucker and Kathy use their hard lessons learned to help others find their recovery and help families better manage the trauma of having a loved one go through substance abuse. This episode will captivate you with its transparency, but will...

Kristin Harris is a truly inspiring individual whose life experiences have molded her into a beacon of hope and encouragement for countless individuals touched by cancer. With a history of breast cancer spanning four generations in her family, Kristin has an intimate and profound understanding of the disease. After losing her mother to cancer, Kristin found herself facing her own battle, being dia...

Living intentionally is not just about setting goals, it’s about aligning every aspect of your life with purpose. In this episode, Tommy Thompson reconnects with Shawn Boyer , the visionary entrepreneur behind Snagajob and goHappy , to dive deeper into the journey that took Shawn from bootstrapping a startup to redefining his life’s mission. After the emotional challenge of leaving Snagajob, Shawn...

In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Ruth McKeaney. Ruth has spent years passionately cultivating a sense of home and family culture in her own life. Through her experiences in flipping homes and raising her five children, Ruth has discovered the importance of creating a space that nurtures life and love. With a background in law and an adventurous spirit, Ruth's journey has been...

In this episode, I had the privilege of having a conversation with Os Guinness. Os is an author, social critic, and the great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer. Os has spoken at many of the world’s major universities and at many political and business conferences across the world. He lives with his wife Jenny in the Washington DC area. Os shares about his early childhood i...